Classic fettuccine alfredo gets a bright and herbaceous makeover, thanks to Meyer lemons and rosemary, in this super simple, wonderfully creamy pasta dish.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword fettuccine alfredo
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 6
Calories 695kcal
Ingredients
1poundfettuccine
1 ½cupsheavy cream
8tablespoonsbutter
1tablespoonfresh rosemary leavesminced
¼cupMeyer lemon juice
1tablespoonzest of Meyer lemon
1cupfreshly grated Parmesan cheese
1teaspoonkosher salt
½teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and generously salt. cook fettuccine according to package directions until al denté. Take care not to cook the pasta any longer, as it will continue to cook more once you add it to the sauce.
Meanwhile, pour the cream into a large skillet with the butter and lemon juice. Turn the heat to medium-high and cook until the butter melts and bubbles form. Stir to combine, add the minced rosemary, and reduce heat to a simmer.
When the noodles are done cooking, drain them in a colander but do not rinse. Remove the cream sauce from the heat and add the noodles to the pan, tossing to coat the noodley strands thoroughly. Add the parmesan cheese, lemon zest, kosher salt, and pepper to the cream and toss again. Place back on the burner over low heat and toss until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Serve with more Parmesan cheese and more fresh zest of lemon.
Notes
If you find your sauce is thicker than you’d like, feel free to gradually add a touch more cream or pasta water.